The beloved and iconic Dean House in downtown Woodstock has stood the test of time and this year is celebrating 150 years since the stately brick dwelling was built in 1875.

The house, now serving as an office, was owned by the prominent family it is named for almost 100 years and is the oldest surviving house in the city.

To honor the significant anniversary of the house on East Main Street, the Woodstock City Council presented a resolution to descendants of the Dean family at its Nov. 17 council meeting.

“It is appropriate that the oldest house left in Woodstock be connected to a family that has had such a huge impact on Woodstock history,” said Kyle Bennett, Woodstock tourism manager and city historian. “The Dean House has seen so many changes since it was first built in 1875, from t

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